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Post by partytentdown on May 20, 2017 9:21:01 GMT
Indeed, it's not as if Heathers was any kind of a hit in New York or anywhere else. For a composer of Laurence O'Keefe's quality it's a very disappointing score.
Lord knows. A fringe producer had an agreement to do it if another show they put on by the same composer was done well and well received. It was not, and thus the show didn't come over then. This was not the same producer that went over to NYC in the last year to negotiate rights. Apparently the rights holders wanted them to use the Off Broadway director, but this producer want to convince them to pick a Brit they had had success working with before. So this could have gone well, with either director, or someone totally new, or even the original producer who attempted to get the rights as they have rather strong links with the St James... Bat Boy? |
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Post by Deleted on May 26, 2017 10:42:42 GMT
Just booked for the Thursday matinee workshop! This is one of those musicals I have wanted to come over for so long, so I'm really excited. The score is one of my favourites.  |
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Post by Deleted on May 29, 2017 0:05:23 GMT
Anyone know if this is likely to have been orchestrated for the studio and have a small band? Or likely just piano?
Am assuming won't be staged or have costumes and will just be singing concert style.
Really looking fwd to it though love the CD with Jeremy Jordan.
It's being 're'-developed I guess. As not a new show.
Wonder if Stephen Ward could be improved as part of this initiative......
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Post by Deleted on May 29, 2017 8:46:36 GMT
Anyone know if this is likely to have been orchestrated for the studio and have a small band? Or likely just piano? Am assuming won't be staged or have costumes and will just be singing concert style. Really looking fwd to it though love the CD with Jeremy Jordan. It's being 're'-developed I guess. As not a new show. Wonder if Stephen Ward could be improved as part of this initiative...... Lloyd Webber did a closed workshop of Stephen Ward at The Other Palace a few months ago. Michael Xavier played Ward. |
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Post by Deleted on May 29, 2017 8:50:14 GMT
Lloyd Webber did a closed workshop of Stephen Ward at The Other Palace a few months ago. Michael Xavier played Ward. Ah thanks, that's really interesting. Would love to see it again. It sort of sinked without trace in the West End. Book needed sorting and I wasn't a fan of the set really. But the ALW melodies I thought were generally fabulous and I often listen to the CD. |
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Post by HereForTheatre on Jun 16, 2017 10:48:25 GMT
Cast announced. Jamie Muscato, Evelyn Hoskins, Rebecca Trehearn, Ako Mitchell and Amy Booth-Steel form the main cast.
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Post by harlow on Jun 16, 2017 19:59:14 GMT
Would have loved to see this - but I was too slow. All sold out.
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Post by carmella1 on Jun 16, 2017 21:05:57 GMT
Lloyd Webber did a closed workshop of Stephen Ward at The Other Palace a few months ago. Michael Xavier played Ward. Ah thanks, that's really interesting. Would love to see it again. It sort of sinked without trace in the West End. Book needed sorting and I wasn't a fan of the set really. But the ALW melodies I thought were generally fabulous and I often listen to the CD. After seeing MX in Sunset he certainly would not elevate it. |
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Post by mallardo on Jun 17, 2017 12:43:58 GMT
Evelyn Hoskins singing "How 'Bout A Dance" is the stuff (my) dreams are made of.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 17, 2017 14:18:05 GMT
Evelyn Hoskins singing "How 'Bout A Dance" is the stuff (my) dreams are made of. And Dyin' Ain't So Bad! And Evelyn and Rebecca Trehearn singing You Love Who You Love! |
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Post by sophie92 on Jun 22, 2017 11:38:24 GMT
If anyone without tickets can make a Wednesday matinee, they've just released tickets for a 1pm show on Wednesday 28th.
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Post by justafan on Jun 22, 2017 11:58:30 GMT
If anyone without tickets can make a Wednesday matinee, they've just released tickets for a 1pm show on Wednesday 28th. Thanks for the heads up - got one! 😀👍 |
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Post by partytentdown on Jun 26, 2017 6:45:48 GMT
Have a couple of tickets for tonight I can't use, £15 each, let me know if you're keen!
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Post by westendcub on Jun 26, 2017 12:29:01 GMT
I'm there tonight, don't have a badge mind but do so hello!!
I think I'll be there early so I will pro either be having a drink in the bar or the pub next door as not going to go home after work.
Looking forward to it, long time since I've seen a workshop.
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Post by justafan on Jun 28, 2017 14:46:20 GMT
So glad I was able to see this - hope it leads to a full production - it has such style and class with great songs and lovely humour throughout - you almost want them to get away with it! Like others I reckon southwark or the Menier would be ideal - in my view I think it would work better in a more intimate venue - best £15 I've spent in a while 😀
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Post by mallardo on Jun 28, 2017 16:10:50 GMT
I was there as well and loved it. Evelyn Hoskins and Jamie Muscato were ideal - wonderful individually and, especially, together. Hoskins' "Dyin' Ain't So Bad" was shattering - she was born to play this part. Rebecca Trehearn and the rest of the twelve member cast were also excellent but this show is about the leads and they delivered. We need a full production of this terrific musical - with this cast!
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Post by westendcub on Jun 28, 2017 20:23:09 GMT
I went on Monday and enjoyed my evening, some of the book is sluggish at times but it's score is strong and this has got a fantastic cast doing this workshop.
Evelyn is such a star, I knew it from 'Carrie' l. Did you all feedback via the app after the show??
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Post by HereForTheatre on Jun 29, 2017 8:12:15 GMT
I'm giving away my ticket for the Saturday matinee as i'm unable to go due to ill health.See the noticeboard for details.
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Post by Mark on Oct 6, 2019 18:09:21 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Oct 6, 2019 19:28:03 GMT
Interesting it's not Paul Taylor Mills. |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 6, 2019 19:31:28 GMT
This really would be good news.
Love the OBC CD.....
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Post by westended on Oct 6, 2019 19:56:56 GMT
I wonder what theatre this would go to, if the West End run goes ahead
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Post by justafan on Oct 6, 2019 20:07:29 GMT
Fabulous - I’ve been waiting on this ever since I saw the work in progress at The Other Palace - as a minimum I’d like Jamie moscato and Joshua Denver to play the brothers - but accept time has moved on ... |
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Post by stevej678 on Oct 6, 2019 20:17:47 GMT
I'd consider it a criminal offence if Evelyn Hoskins isn't cast as Bonnie again.
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Post by sophie92 on Oct 6, 2019 20:30:30 GMT
The workshop cast were brilliant and I would be very disappointed if many of them, not least the two leads, weren’t in this production.
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